Fatepur - Kaprada, Valsad
Fatepur is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Fatepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatepur is 523605. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136.73 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Fatepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fatepur
According to the 2011 Census, Fatepur village had a total population of 1,450 people, including 745 males and 705 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.64%, with male literacy at 34.05% and female literacy at 18.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,447.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 745 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 190 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,447 | 744 | 703 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 189 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 556 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Fatepur
Fatepur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Fatepur
Fatepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Selvas to Fatepur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Fatepur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fatepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Fatepur
Where is Fatepur located?
Fatepur village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fatepur?
Fatepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fatepur?
The pincode of Fatepur is 396067.
What is the population of Fatepur?
Fatepur had a total population of 1,450, including 745 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Fatepur?
Fatepur had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatepur was 26.64%. Male literacy was 34.05% and female literacy was 18.59%.